Program Overview

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Master of Conservation Biology

The Master of Conservation Biology is a postgraduate degree that focuses on the conservation of ecosystems and biodiversity. The program is designed to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in conservation biology, including the ability to understand ecological change, monitor biodiversity, and design strategies to support resilient ecosystems.

Overview

Healthy ecosystems underpin the survival of life on earth. When biodiversity declines, the systems that clean our air and water, stabilize our climate, and support food production begin to falter. With conservation now a global priority, there is a growing demand for specialists who can understand ecological change, monitor biodiversity using advanced biological tools, and design strategies that support resilient ecosystems and the diverse human, plant, and animal communities within them.

Study Options

• Full Time
• In person, on campus

Duration

The duration of the program can vary due to prior learning and work experience. The full-time duration is:

• 2 years
• 1.5 years
• 1 year

Fees

The fees for the program are calculated based on various factors.

Location and Start Dates

The program is offered at the North Ryde campus.

Key Features

• Build advanced conservation expertise: Expand knowledge in climate change biology, regional and global conservation, GIS and remote sensing, wild populations, and more.
• Work with industry on projects designed for implementation: Complete an entire unit in Jervis Bay, designing a field data collection program for coastal zone management.
• Learn from experts driving real impact across the globe: Work with the scientists behind the award-winning Living Seawalls structures revitalizing marine ecosystems in 20 locations worldwide.
• Be part of a world-class collaborative research hub: Support sustainable economies and work toward a nature-positive future alongside the Australian Harmony Centre for Ecosystem Futures.

Career Outcomes

With a rapidly evolving job market, it is vital that students have the right skills to evolve with it. The program helps students upskill or reskill to take the next career step in their current industry or move to one that matches their changing interests.

Who is this Degree Suitable for?

This degree is suitable for professionals seeking to upskill in conservation in:

• Government agencies
• Non-government organizations
• Private sector

Faculty of Science and Engineering

The Faculty of Science and Engineering is not afraid to tackle the big issues. In a world more dependent on science and engineering than ever before, the faculty stands at the forefront of innovation. The faculty is home to globally renowned academics, so students will learn from those who are making an impact on major issues affecting the world.

Studying at Macquarie

The vibrant and leafy campus forms part of one of the largest business and technology precincts in Australia. To ensure students have the right skills when they graduate whether starting their first job or taking their career to the next level the university offers flexible study options, personalized degrees, and practical experiences.

Related Courses

• Graduate Diploma of Conservation Biology: Full time, 1 year
• Master of Sustainable Development: Full time, 2 years, 1.5 years, 1 year

Domestic and International Students

The program is open to both domestic and international students. Domestic students include Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens, Australian permanent residents, and holders of Australian permanent humanitarian visas. International students are those intending to study on a student visa, not Australian permanent residents, or temporary residents of Australia.